Preparing your home for an emergency

Emergencies can happen at any time in any place. Being prepared can make getting through an emergency more comfortable. At Neff & Associates Insurance Services Inc in Pismo Beach, CA, we ensure that our customers have the insurance they need to protect themselves. 

Have a plan

Formulate a plan for your family and make sure everyone knows it. You must have an evacuation route if you need to leave the area. The family should have a rehearsal, so everyone knows where to meet, what to bring, and where to go. 

Have your important papers together.

In an emergency, you may need to file an insurance claim later. Ensure you have your home insurance details, all your vital records, and important papers in a fire and waterproof container. Bring it with you if you evacuate. 

Stockpile essentials

Having a few cases of water on hand will be very helpful if the stores around you are damaged or you cannot drive outside due to road conditions. Have non-perishable food supplies for several days on hand and batteries and candles if the electricity is out. 

A generator

A generator can keep you warm or cold, depending on the time of year. It can operate your plumbing as well. Keeping your electronics charged can make a difference when your home is involved in an emergency. Keeping up with the news or playing a game makes things less tense at home. It also means that your cold food will not spoil, and you can cook. 

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In Pismo Beach, CA, Neff & Associates Insurance Services Inc is here to help you to make some critical home insurance decisions.